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title: "Southwest Florida Christian vs. IMG Academy State — Football Game Day — Bradenton, FL — Oct 29, 2026"
url: https://www.herestpetersburg.com/2026/10/26/southwest-florida-c-vs-img-academy-state-football-2026-10-29/
date: 2026-10-26T09:42:31-04:00
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# Southwest Florida Christian vs. IMG Academy State — Football Game Day — Bradenton, FL — Oct 29, 2026

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  PRE-GAME
  HIGH SCHOOL · Bradenton, FL · 7:00 PM · Thursday, October 29, 2026 
  
    
      Southwest Florida Christian
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      vs
    
    
      IMG Academy State
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      HIGH SCHOOL · Football · St. Petersburg
      Southwest Florida Christian vs. IMG Academy State — *Thursday, October 29, 2026*
      
      

HERE St. Petersburg is your go-to source for everything about this upcoming Football showdown between the Southwest Florida Christian and the IMG Academy State. This high school matchup promises competitive action in Bradenton, FL.

      

Get ready for game time. Both teams will be looking to make a statement, and the outcome could have implications for standings and postseason positioning.

      

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        Game At A Glance
        
          DateOctober 29, 2026
          Tip-Off7:00 PM
          LocationIMG Academy State High School, Bradenton, FL
          DivisionHigh School — Football
          SportFootball
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## What’s Happening

  

**When and where is this happening?**
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. The game takes place at IMG Academy State High School, Bradenton, FL.

  

**Who is playing?**
Southwest Florida Christian faces IMG Academy State in High School Football.

  

**Why does this matter to St. Petersburg?**
This matchup features local teams competing in the St. Petersburg area with direct implications for standings and community pride.

  

**What should fans know?**
Arrive early for best seating. Tweet with #SouthwestFloridaChristianvsImgAcademyState_1029 for your posts to appear on this page live. Check back at [herestpetersburg.com](/) for post-game coverage.

  

**How do I follow this game live?**
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